The laxative action of senna leaves is found useful in case of constipation, hemorrhoids and to fight worms and abdominal swelling. However, non-prolonged consumption is recommended otherwise it has irritating effects in the intestine. Also not recommended for pregnant women and those suffering from chron disease.
Anise seeds give a unique flavor to dishes and excellent anti-bloating digestive properties, which counteract abdominal discomfort. They promote well-being after meals and stimulate the appetite. They are the basis of herbal preparations that calm coughs. As aromatic and tasty seeds, they can be used in milk for breakfast, together with muesli or in a mix of dried fruit.
These fleshy and aromatic leaves of wild garlic show a smell similar to common garlic but more delicate. Perfect for flavoring fish dishes, potatoes, omelettes and for creating wild garlic pesto, suitable for filling ravioli, gnocchi, risotto and handmade pasta. In Northern European cuisine, the leaves are known for flavoring butter and for having healthy properties on the digestive system.
The dandelion leaves cleanses the liver, stimulates the liver and kidney functions, excellent detoxifier, helps eliminate cholesterol, diuretic, provides relief in case of rheumatism. Excellent hot drink.
Ingredienti: Tarassaco Nome botanico: Taraxacum Officinale (L.) Origine: Europe Oriental
Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
If you are looking for a legume with high nutritional properties, broad beans make you high in proteins, vitamins, minerals, folic acid and fiber. Dried broad beans, in particular, provide the greatest protein intake among legumes. Also discover its delicious flavor in soups, to dress pasta, in soups, or as a side dish for meats, cheeses or fish.
Ingredients: peeled broad beans Origin: Egypt Cooking time: 40 min. / in a pressure cooker 15 min.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
From India comes this rice with a long, thin grain, with a characteristic aroma that is released during cooking. Fragrant and delicate, it is a perfect rice for vegetable dishes, spices, and meats that accompany with softness. Perfect for cold or hot dishes, it also has a low glycemic index, so it is perfect for a healthy diet and hypoglycemia.
Himalayan pink salt is a pink fossil salt extracted from the Khewra mines. Sweet and less savory than common salt, it enhances the flavor of both meat and fish. Contains noble minerals and metals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, sulfur and iron.
Carolina Reaper pepper flavored salt is a highly iodized salt, flavored with the most powerful pepper par excellence in the world. Suitable for spicy recipes, just a pinch can flavor meat, fish, eggs and vegetables in a decisive and pungent way.
Cassia ground cinnamon has an intense flavor that goes well with salty foods and flavors meat. In the Middle East it accompanies stews, lamb, goose and duck meat; in Thailand pork and dried fruit; in Morocco it is combined with pigeon pastilla; in Yorkshire it is excellent in braised ham. A pinch of cinnamon is perfect in mashed potatoes, ravioli and pumpkin risotto. It gives a unique aroma to vegetable pies or natural yoghurt.
Natural essential oil, extracted from leaves and flowers of Geranium (pelargonium graveolens) from conventional farming, obtained by steam distillation. It boasts numerous properties by virtue of which it is particularly appreciated in aromatherapy, for topical use and for diffusion in the environment. Origin: Egypt
